Warriors Consider Florida’s Todd Golden as Kerr Successor

TL;DR: The Golden State Warriors are targeting Florida head coach Todd Golden as a possible replacement for Steve Kerr, a transition that would require a $2 million buyout.

Context Steve Kerr’s contract expired after the 2025‑26 season, prompting the Warriors to evaluate successors. Reports indicate the Lacob family’s existing relationship with Golden influences the interest.

Key Facts In four seasons at Florida, Todd Golden has amassed a 103‑41 record, captured a national title in 2025, won the SEC Tournament the same year, and secured the SEC regular season crown in 2026. Should Golden leave for the Warriors, Golden State would owe Florida a $2 million buyout.

What It Means Golden’s rapid success contrasts with Kerr’s twelve‑year tenure, offering the Warriors a younger coach with proven conference achievements. Florida faces the prospect of losing a rising talent unless it matches or exceeds the buyout in a new contract extension.

Watch whether the Warriors activate the buyout and how Florida responds with a contract offer to retain Golden.